Utah Defeats South Dakota State in NCAA Tournament Opener Led by Tori Nelson and Paige Meyer
South Dakota State women's basketball team lost to Utah in the NCAA Tournament, ending their season with a 27-6 record after a valiant comeback effort led by Tori Nelson and Brooklyn Meyer.
The Big PictureThe Jackrabbits fought back from a 20-point deficit to make it a close game but ultimately fell short against Utah in the first round of the tournament.
By the Numbers- Paige Meyer scored 12 points, reaching a career milestone of 1,000 points for SDSU.
- South Dakota State shot 33% from the field and made 3 of 12 three-point attempts.
- Utah's Alissa Pili led with 26 points, while Kennady McQueen contributed 17 points and 6 assists.
- SDSU had its 21-game win streak, the second-longest in program history, snapped in this game.
- South Dakota State holds a 5-12 all-time record in the NCAA Tournament.
- SDSU concluded the season with a 27-6 record.
- The team's comeback effort from a 20-point deficit showcased their resilience and determination.
South Dakota State's women's basketball team put up a strong fight but was unable to overcome Utah in the NCAA Tournament, ending their season on a high note despite the loss.
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